Arbitration - Switzerland
What the team is known for
Lévy Kaufmann-Kohler is a Geneva-based specialist arbitration boutique with a superb track record in international arbitrations. The lawyers are particularly well known for acting as arbitrators in international cases involving shareholder and construction disputes. The firm also handles sport arbitration.
Strengths
"Lévy Kaufmann-Kohler are organised, responsive and go the extra mile for their clients."
"Lévy Kaufmann-Kohler put clients first. They are responsive, engaged, creative and dedicated advocates who understand what their clients need and are quick to provide it."
"They are very thorough in their approach."
Notable practitioners
Star individual Gabrielle Kaufmann-Kohler is highlighted for her experience as an arbitrator. She has acted as an arbitrator in ICC and ICSID tribunals, in both commercial and investment disputes. "She is one of the most prominent arbitrators." "She's a very good person, one of the best female arbitrators. She knows the details very well."
Laurent Lévy enjoys a strong reputation in international arbitration. He is regularly appointed to sit in ICC and ICSID tribunals. He handles disputes from the energy and finance sectors. "I have never seen a better Swiss arbitrator." "He's one of the top ten arbitrators worldwide. The sophistication of his legal thinking is incomparable."
Sébastien Besson acts as both counsel and arbitrator in a wide range of arbitrations, including sport, post-M&A and construction disputes. "Sébastien is a remarkable talent with an incredible depth of knowledge and a creative approach to legal issues." "He has a knack for getting to the heart of an issue." "He's an excellent arbitrator in commercial disputes." "I was particularly impressed with the way Sébastien navigates complex legal questions."
